Your car’s tires should have just the right amount of pressure. This may not seem like it’s a big deal; however, remember that your tires are one of the most important parts of your car and its performance.
According to automobile experts, your car’s tires should have the right amount of pressure because tires serve as the medium between you, your car, and the open road. If you do have under-inflated or over-inflated tires, you’ll notice rattles, shakes, and uneven motion that may feel different on various roads. Also, tires that are not inflated properly produce a bumpier ride. They also tend to wear down quickly compared to tires that are inflated just right.
Another fact about tires: when they are over-inflated or under-inflated, they actually cause reduced fuel efficiency. When your tires are inflated properly, your car uses just the right amount of gas, but if your tires are under-inflated, your car uses more gas to compensate for them. Fuel is getting more expensive: don’t waste money on gas when it takes only a few moments to check your tire pressure and add air to your tires and maximize fuel efficiency.
When checking tire pressure, make sure that you have waited for your tires to cool down: hot air expands, so warm tires are more inflated than cool ones. To check the pressure, remove the cap from the valve of the tire you’re checking. Insert and press a tire gauge hard into the valve and take a look at the given reading. You’ll know if you have inserted the gauge properly if you hear the sound of air escaping.
Then, if you notice that the tire needs more pressure, fill it up. On the other hand, if your car has a little too much pressure, release the air. Make sure you use your owner’s manual to discover the ideal tire pressure for your tires.
To know how much pressure you need for your tires, refer to the manufacturer sticker that is usually mounted on the back of the gas door or driver door.